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Untitled, by José Luis Cuevas, ink, 1966

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Overview

Untitled is a 1966 ink by José Luis Cuevas, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
José Luis Cuevas
When & what style?
1966
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This sketchy drawing shows a slumped figure curled up in a chair, looking tired. The background is dark and blurry, with a window or doorway barely visible. The text around it reads things like *"Drawings and Lithographs"* and *"Silvan Simone Gallery"* in messy, handwritten letters. The artist signed it in the corner—*"Cuevas: Charenton"*—which might hint at a place or idea tied to the work. The whole thing feels rough and quick, like a doodle turned into art. If you like this style, check out lithography to see how it’s made.

About the artist

Portrait of José Luis Cuevas
Artist

José Luis Cuevas

José Luis Cuevas was a Mexican artist, he often worked as a painter, writer, draftsman, engraver, illustrator, and printmaker.

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